About Us

Nurturing Children, Supporting Families, Building Futures

Welcome!

At Whitemud Early Learning Daycare & OSC Ltd., we believe in creating a safe, inclusive space where every child can grow with curiosity, confidence, and compassion.

Our Philosophy

🌱 Our Philosophy – Whole Child, Whole Heart

At Whitemud, we believe that every child is unique and deserves a space where they are supported in all aspects of their development—intellectual, emotional, physical, and social.

We follow the Whole Child Approach, focusing on:

  • Holistic Development – Learning that integrates mind, body, and heart

  • Child-Centered Learning – Honoring individual interests and strengths

  • Positive, Nurturing Environment – Where children feel safe and confident to explore

  • Lifelong Success – Building skills and values that last beyond daycare

  • Community Connection – Educators, families, and local partnerships working together

Our Vision

Preparing Children for a Bright Future

We envision every child leaving our center feeling confident, capable, and connected—ready for school and life. We support families while fostering positive relationships with the community and environment.

Helping Your Child Explore, Grow, & Learn

At Whitemud Early Learning Daycare & OSC Ltd., we believe that every moment is an opportunity to learn. Our carefully crafted environments, hands-on activities, and nurturing educators empower children to explore with curiosity, grow with confidence, and learn with joy. Whether they’re discovering new concepts, making friends, or expressing themselves creatively, we guide them every step of the way—at their own pace, in their own way.

What We Offer

Curicculum

Our curriculum is built on a fusion of Montessori practices, Emergent learning, and Alberta’s FLIGHT Early Learning and Care Framework, supporting all aspects of a child’s development through meaningful, play-based experiences.

Highlights of Our Curriculum:Child-led exploration with guided learning
Focus on STEM, early literacy, and numeracy
Social-emotional growth and independence
Arts, outdoor play, and project-based learning

Programs

We offer age-specific programs designed to nurture your child’s development at every stage—from their very first steps to early school years.

Infants (4-18 Months)

A warm, caring space where your little one can feel safe, secure, and loved while exploring through sensory play and early movement.

Toddlers (19 Months – 3 Years)

Toddlers are natural explorers, and our program encourages their curiosity with hands-on activities, storytelling, and early communication development.

Preschool (3–4 Years)

Our preschoolers are guided through play-based learning that introduces early literacy, numeracy, problem-solving, and creativity.

Kindergarten (4–5 Years)

This program prepares children for school with a strong focus on independence, early academics, and emotional readiness, aligned with Alberta’s FLIGHT framework.

Out-of-School Care (OSC) (6–12 Years)

For school-aged children, we offer before and after-school care that promotes social interaction, enrichment activities, and structured fun—plus full-day care on breaks and PD days.

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What Our Families are Saying

Whitemud Daycare is more than a daycare—it’s a second home. The staff are so loving and dedicated.

My daughter absolutely loves it here. She’s learning so much while having fun every day!

I toured several daycares before choosing Whitemud, and I’m so glad I did. The staff are kind, the environment is spotless, and the curriculum is top-notch. My son loves going every day!

As a working parent, knowing my child is in a safe, nurturing, and educational space gives me so much peace of mind. The team at Whitemud goes above and beyond.

The teachers are incredibly caring and genuinely invested in my daughter’s growth. I’ve seen her confidence and communication skills blossom!